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Expert Advice: Basic Training
How To Successfully Fade The Lure In Dog Training
Luring is a popular and easy way to teach dogs a variety of behaviors. It usually works by a handler using a treat on the dog's nose to steer or lead a dog to move their body in a specific direction, essentially "luring" them. This training technique is often the easiest and quickest way for […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/how-to-fade-the-lure/
| May 20, 2022

Expert Advice: Puppy Training
How to Potty Train Puppies: A Comprehensive Guide for Success
Learn how to potty train your puppy with these tips. These three tried-and-true methods will help you housetrain your dog.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/how-to-potty-train-a-puppy/
| March 4, 2022

Expert Advice: Basic Training
How to Teach Your Dog to Go Potty on Cue
Find out how to teach your dog to poop or pee on command with these training tips. Here are step-by-step directions to teach potty on cue.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/teach-your-dog-to-poop-potty-on-cue/
| January 21, 2022

Expert Advice: Puppy Training
Puppy Training Timeline: Teaching Good Behavior Before It’s Too Late
Puppies, like human babies, do a lot of learning in their early months, especially when it comes to navigating their new environment and adopting good manners. For tips on how to facilitate that learning, we turned to certified dog trainer Kate Naito, who is also an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator and Manners Program Director […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/puppy-training-timeline-teaching-good-behavior-before-its-too-late/
| January 1, 2022

Expert Advice: Training
Are Board and Train Programs a Solution to Your Training Problems?
Many dog owners can benefit from professional help, but is board and train the solution? Here's why board and train and why it might not be best.
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/board-and-train-programs/
| November 9, 2021

Expert Advice: Basic Training
Dog Training Ideas for Busy People
Don't have a lot of time to work with your dog? That's okay—with small intentional training sessions, you can still make big progress. Even if you have other commitments, you can spend a few minutes a day intentionally working with your dog to achieve your training goals. Here's how to do it. Make the Most […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/dog-training-for-busy-people/
| November 8, 2021

Expert Advice: Puppy Training
How to Train a Corgi: Corgi Puppy Training Timeline
Corgis are known for being smart, energetic, and adorable. Plus, they're practically royalty: Pembroke Welsh Corgis are a favorite of Queen Elizabeth II. But they also require some extra love and attention when it comes to exercise, training, and grooming. For tips, we talked to Anne Bowes, the owner of Heronsway Pembroke Welsh Corgis who […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/train-corgi-corgi-puppy-training-timeline/
| April 13, 2021

Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
Boxer Puppy Training Timeline: How to Train a Boxer
With their chiseled features, muscular bodies, and square jaws, Boxers are the movie stars of the dog world. These handsome pups are known for their loyalty, quick wit, and protective nature, but these charming characteristics also mean Boxer pups have a few special considerations when it comes to training and socialization. We spoke with several […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/boxer-puppy-training-timeline-what-to-expect-and-when-to-expect-it/
| April 5, 2021

Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
How to Train a Rottweiler Puppy: Rottie Training Timeline
Rottweilers are a highly intelligent breed and are generally ready to please and eager to be trained. Teaching them good behavior and socializing them early on will help bring out the best in your puppy. Teresa Bradley has been showing champion Rottweilers since 1987 and has been a breeder of Rottweiler champions since 1999. We […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/how-to-train-a-rottweiler-training-your-rottie-puppy/
| March 9, 2021
Expert Advice: Dog Breeds
How to Train a German Shorthaired Pointer Puppy: GSP Training Timeline
German Shorthaired Pointers (GSP) are full of energy, need lots of exercise, and "can be extremely challenging from six months to three years old," according to the AKC breed description. The good news: they're also highly receptive to training and picking up early obedience commands. And that's why learning to train your GSP will be […]
https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/dog-breeds/how-to-train-a-german-shorthaired-pointer-puppy/
| March 3, 2021